18 Nov Assignment 2c: Clergy and Depression Research Paper
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Assignment 2c: Clergy and Depression Research Paper
Instructions
Studies reveal that more and more clergy members suffer in silence with loneliness and depression. Among the contributing factors are the unique demands and unrealistic expectations placed on clergy and even their families. This ultimately leads to thousands of clergy leaving the ministry each year.
Read Chapters 3-6 in Oswald textbook.
Read Schwartz Center rounds help alleviate moral distress (Links to an external site.)
Read Learn your limits to avoid burnout (Links to an external site.)
Watch 5 Ways to Avoid Ministry Burnout (Links to an external site.) (7:59)
Write a 2-3-page paper about depression among members of the clergy. Explain contributing factors and why.
Include at least two scholarly sources that support your writing. Along with material readings from course this is very important so we wont have to redo order.
Use the Paper Writing rubric to guide your efforts and apply the required formatting style.
I have included all materials needed ot complete this assignment!!!
Rubric
50-Pt Paper Rubric
50-Pt Paper Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
20 pts
Full Marks
Content is relevant with concrete examples and sound reasoning. References cited support topic, validate facts, and are well-integrated.
18 pts
Above Average
Content is relevant, but somewhat lacks concrete examples, sound reasoning, and/or validation through cited resources.
16 pts
Average
Content is relevant, but substantially lacks concrete examples, sound reasoning, and/or validation through cited resources.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresentation
20 pts
Full Marks
Paper contains a clear flow of introduction, body, and conclusion. Paper presents clear message with consistent tone and appropriate formatting.
18 pts
Above Average
Paper has minor errors with flow between components or contains minor inconsistencies with message or tone.
16 pts
Average
Paper lacks clear flow between components or needs clearer language and/or formatting consistency.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics
10 pts
Full Marks
Writing contains very few grammatical errors, and citations are correctly formatted.
9 pts
Above Average
Writing contains some grammatical errors that do not detract from paper, and/or resources are cited based on the assigned formatting style.
8 pts
Average
Writing contains some grammatical errors that detract from paper, and/or resources are incorrectly cited.
10 pts
Total Points: 50
